The University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing After Degree is a 24-month, six-semester program for applicants with an approved undergraduate degree. Students begin at Lethbridge Polytechnic and complete the remaining semesters at the university. Admission considers specified university-course grades and an asynchronous virtual interview; Casper is not required.
- Program
- Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree
- Credential
- BN
- Location
- Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada
- Casper
- Not required
- Next deadline
- January 5, 2027 (Application deadline)
- Interview
- Online / recorded assessment
- Length
- 24 months over six consecutive semesters
Casper Requirement for University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree
University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree does not require Casper for the 2026-2027 cycle.
Casper is not required for admission to the Bachelor of Nursing After Degree.
University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree Application Deadlines 2026-2027
- Apply through
- ApplyAlberta
- Applications open
- September 14, 2026
- Application fee
- $140; waived for eligible self-identifying Canadian Indigenous applicants.
| What | When |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | January 5, 2027upcoming |
| Admission decision documents deadline | January 15, 2027upcoming |
| Final official documents deadline | June 15, 2027upcoming |
Apply through ApplyAlberta and submit admission documents by the applicable deadlines.
Eligibility Requirements for University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree
- Degree / credits
An approved undergraduate degree from a recognized degree-granting institution comprising at least 30 courses (90.0 credit hours).
- Citizenship
Canadian and international applicants may apply.
- Language proficiency
Applicants must meet both the university’s English Language Proficiency requirement and the Faculty of Health Sciences’ Spoken English Language Proficiency requirement.
Admission pathways
- Previous health care experience: A limited number of exceptionally qualified applicants who meet admission requirements but are not otherwise competitive may receive case-by-case consideration; approved interview candidates need a converted average of at least 2.50.
- Indigenous admission: Qualified applicants who submit the Attestation of Indigenous Identity Form by the decision document deadline receive consideration under the Indigenous admission process.
Required courses must be completed by the end of the fall term before the application deadline. Applicants taking Anatomy and Physiology at ULethbridge may be permitted to complete those credits during the application year.
Other requirements
- Indigenous admission attestation: Applicants seeking Indigenous admission consideration must submit the Attestation of Indigenous Identity Form by the admission decision documents deadline.
- Clinical placement requirements: Required placements may involve health screening or immunizations, a police information check, CPR certification and other site-specific safety requirements.
Selection Factors University of Lethbridge Considers
Prerequisites
| Course | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Human Anatomy and Physiology | 6.0 credit hours; minimum B-; completed within seven years Human Anatomy and Physiology coursework. |
| Statistics | 3.0 credit hours; minimum B-; completed within seven years |
| Fine Arts or Humanities | 3.0 credit hours |
| Social Sciences | 6.0 credit hours |
GPA
- How it is calculated
Pre-interview ranking uses Anatomy and Physiology (6.0 credits), Statistics (3.0 credits), and grades from terms containing the most recent 17 graded university-level subjects. For approved applicants completing Anatomy and Physiology at ULethbridge during the application year, it uses 3.0 Anatomy and Physiology credits, 3.0 Statistics credits, and the most recent 18 subjects.
- Minimum
- 3.00 converted average for applicants invited to interview; 2.50 for applicants approved through the previous health care experience pathway.
Admission is competitive. Final ranking combines the pre-interview average and interview results equally.
Admissions tests
- English Language Proficiency (required for some applicants): Applicants must demonstrate ELP; accepted routes include qualifying English-language study or approved assessments such as IELTS, TOEFL, CAEL, PTE and Duolingo.
- Spoken English Language Proficiency (required for some applicants): Health Sciences applicants must demonstrate spoken proficiency through qualifying English-language study or an approved speaking assessment.
Experience and volunteer hours
Not required.
Previous health care experience is not required for general admission. An exceptional, case-by-case pathway considers qualified applicants with such experience who are not otherwise competitive; no minimum work or volunteer hours are specified.
Supplementary application
Applicants seeking consideration through the previous health care experience pathway must email admissions@uleth.ca a letter of intent, an employer reference letter, and a résumé detailing relevant work, volunteer and life experience by the admission decision documents deadline.
How applicants are ranked
Qualified applicants are ranked by the specified university-course average for interview invitations; preference may be given to applicants with at least 30.0 ULethbridge credit hours. Final admission rankings weight the pre-interview average 50% and interview results 50%.
Interview Format at University of Lethbridge
Format: Online / recorded assessment
Asynchronous virtual interview; interview results count for 50% of the final admission ranking.
- Who is invited
- A selection of qualified applicants meeting the applicable converted-average requirement.
- When
- February 2027
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- Program length
- 24 months over six consecutive semesters
- Structure
A six-semester continuous program: the first two semesters are at Lethbridge Polytechnic, followed by four semesters at the University of Lethbridge.
- Campuses
- Lethbridge
Learning combines lectures, labs and clinical practicums. The program prepares graduates to write the RN licensure examination.
Campus and facilities
Located in Lethbridge, Alberta. Simulation labs and affiliations with Lethbridge Polytechnic for clinical training. Small cohort sizes enable personalized instruction. Students report strong ties between classroom theory and hands-on practice at regional healthcare sites.
Tuition and Funding at University of Lethbridge
Tuition and fees for the first two semesters are paid to Lethbridge Polytechnic, apart from one University of Lethbridge fall course; fees for the remaining semesters are paid to the university. Consult each institution’s fee schedule for applicable costs.
What Applicants Are Saying
Applicants report that even a 3.73 GPA may remain active on waitlists, but exceeding 3.75 positions you favorably. Students with years in healthcare report better alignment with the clinical focus. Matriculated students describe a culture geared toward real-world application. Students report strong ties between classroom theory and hands-on practice at regional healthcare sites.
Shared by applicants and students on forums and communities. It is anecdotal, not official program information.
How to Prepare Your University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree Application
- Confirm that your degree and university-level prerequisites meet admission requirements.
- Check the seven-year recency and B- grade requirements for Anatomy and Physiology and Statistics.
- Prepare for an asynchronous virtual interview.
- If applying through the previous health care experience pathway, prepare the required letter, employer reference and résumé.
- Arrange proof of English and spoken English proficiency where needed.
More About University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree
- Partner institution
Lethbridge Polytechnic
Frequently Asked Questions About University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree
What is the minimum GPA for University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree?
Applicants invited to interview must have a converted average of at least 3.00; those approved through the previous health care experience pathway need at least 2.50. Admission remains competitive, and the final ranking weights the admission average and interview equally.
Is Casper required for University of Lethbridge BN After Degree admissions?
No. The after-degree requirements specify an asynchronous virtual interview instead of Casper.
What is the program length for University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree?
The program runs for 24 months over six consecutive semesters. Students attend Lethbridge Polytechnic for the first two semesters and the University of Lethbridge for the remaining four.
Does healthcare experience matter for University of Lethbridge nursing after-degree?
Previous health care experience is not required for general admission. A limited, case-by-case admission pathway considers exceptionally qualified applicants with that experience.
What are Casper test dates for University of Lethbridge BN After Degree?
There are no Casper test dates to book for this after-degree intake; Casper is not required.
Are interviews part of University of Lethbridge Bachelor of Nursing - After Degree admissions?
Yes. A selection of qualified applicants is invited to an asynchronous virtual interview; interview results count for half of the final ranking.
Can international students apply to University of Lethbridge BN After Degree?
Yes. International applicants may apply, provided they meet the degree, course and language-proficiency requirements.
What is the class size in University of Lethbridge nursing program?
A class-size figure is not published on the program admissions page.
Sources
- ULethbridge Nursing - After Degree
- ULethbridge 2027/2028 after-degree admission requirements
- ULethbridge Fall 2027 deadlines
- ULethbridge undergraduate application
Last updated: September 26, 2026